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Strings Attached (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Shea Gilkerson

Strings AttachedStrings Attached by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ash is busking for some cash when a young woman catches his eye. He recognizes Calla from secondary school, where he remembers falling for her, although they never had a relationship. She is home in Braebeach from college for the summer, visiting the home of her grandparents where she grew up. Her relationship with her dad is nonexistent, and her mom is only interested in whatever new man she happens to be with at any given moment.

As Ash finishes up his playing and loads his car, he hears an “Ow” and turns to see Calla fall on her butt, holding her head in confusion. According to the witness, Calla was too busy staring at Ash across the street to see the giant road sign she ended up walking into. Ash snatches the opportunity to gather Calla up and get her to the hospital to be checked out.

As the story progresses, Ash and Calla both share their past relationships and experiences, inner turmoil, feelings for one another and their hopes and dreams. Since they both had been pining for one another for 5 years, they decided to take the summer with no promises and see where it leads. Both of them having opportunities to follow their dreams forces them to take a long look at how they feel about one another and what they’re willing to risk in one area to achieve what they want in others.

Cast of characters is excellent, there’s sweetness and a little spice, chemistry, inner turmoil, back story and a beautiful journey. I really enjoy these books.

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Jenique Bornman

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

*Love and Fate* is a beautifully written second chance romance that tugs at the heartstrings. Loriana masterfully weaves a tale of love lost and found, as Tommy and Angie navigate the complexities of their past, present, and uncertain future. Tommy’s return to Braebeach as a single dad, reconnecting with Angie amidst the chaos of their lives, feels both raw and real. Their journey is a slow burn that builds into something deep and passionate, leaving you rooting for them to overcome the obstacles in their way. The emotional depth and steamy chemistry make this a must-read for romance lovers!

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow, this book had me in tears. It’s always hard to lose a loved one, but to have a child on the way as well has got to be hard. That’s what Angie is facing and even though she feels alone she has a great group of friends and family that are there to help and support her in every way possible. She went through a lot of grief, healed and became stronger. Tommy was a total ass when he was first introduced but he had great growth and matured over the book. He also went through a hardship when he and his wife decided it was no longer worth it to be married any longer. While he is trying to figure his life out and what is best for his young son, they move back to Braebeach. Although they had kept in touch after the tragic loss of Angie’s husband they never went further. Tommy still has deep feelings for Angie and would like to have a second chance but is she willing and ready? This was an emotional ride so buckle up and make sure you have tissue nearby.

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Kerry Carr

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Braebeach Rockstar Romance series. Even though it is part of a series it can be read as a standalone. This story is a sweet second chance romance. I’m not gonna lie parts of the book at the beginning had me in tears and were really emotional to read. My heart broke for Angie and everything she went through. I completed felt her self of loss and dispair.
This is a second chance romance which deals with the issues of grief, family, learning to rebuild your life and rekindling love that you thought was lost forever.

Angie and Tommy have a past. During the summer they were together but while Angie wanted something more Tommy just wanted something casual. So Angie makes the decision to leave.

Fast forward and Angie is now married and pregnant and Tommy is realising just what he missed out on by letting her go. Now realising the mistake he made Tommy now has to watch while Angie lives the happiest life with her husband.
Until one accident changes everything.
Now Angie finds herself alone and pregnant and the person there to help and support her is Tommy. As Tommy steps into the role of being a support to Angie what will happen when old feelings start to resurface again.
Is there ever a right time to find love again? And is this the chance that Tommy and Angie need to finally get their happy ever after.

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Jennifer Ramos

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely loved the first book in this series and now the second one has similar themes with different characters. This one focuses on one of the other bandmates of Koolum Law, Tommy and his breakup with Angie as the band was gaining success. Now as he has come back to Braebeach, his situation has changed now as a divorced single dad. With a different mindset that life hands him, his love for Angie has never faded. Yet her situation has hardened her as she struggles to raise her son and keep her business going. Tommy comes in as a shoulder to cry on but those old feelings quickly emerge and they start questioning their motives with one another. The story goes from where the first ones leave off then zooms into the future where their story takes place. Some love never leaves even in the most dire of situations.

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Strings Attached (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Jennifer Ramos

Strings Attached (Braebeach Rockstar #1)Strings Attached by Loriana Cappello

How could I not be convinced to give this book a try? Second chance romances and a rock band? I’m sold! This story focuses on Calla, who has been away from her hometown for the past five years, and Ash, the boy who stayed and she’s been longing for. Their situations and passions had drifted them apart and now that they are together in the same location and the intense emotions are replayed again, will there be a chance now? Ash has his band taking off to exciting opportunities. Calla has been focusing on her studies but is Ash worth the risk? I absolutely love the characters’ vibes and connections. It really makes you contemplate if the person you love is worth the risk!

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed reading this second chance romance story. This is the second book in the series but it can be read as a stand alone but I encourage you to read the first book as well. I enjoy this author’s ability to pull me into the character’s world from the start. Tommy and Angle are great characters that are connectable and relatable. I enjoyed watching their growth throughout which made the story easy and entertaining to read. They have a great attraction and their story is one you don’t want to miss. Their story is fast paced and hard to put down. Will Tommy and Angle have the life together they so desire or will life keep them apart forever? This is a great story. I highly recommend this book and this author.

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I thoroughly enjoyed this book! The heartbreaking beginnings of Tommy and Angie drew me in, and I was deeply invested in their journey. Loriana Cappello masterfully weaves a love story filled with unexpected twists and turns that moved me profoundly; I found myself both laughing and crying throughout. While the start was difficult to accept, the overall journey proved to be immensely rewarding.
I was delighted to see Ash and Calla return, thriving in their own lives. I eagerly anticipate the next installment in the Braebeach Rockstar series. The characters are so compelling that I can’t help but wish for more of their stories. If Koolum Law were a real band, I would certainly be their biggest fan! I’m excited to see what comes next!
Reviewed by: @andersonmom7520

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by April Smith

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Is this a second chance at love story? Why yes it is! This is an emotional read about former college lovers who part ways when Tommy starts to make it big in the industry. They meet up again for a friends wedding and then thrown together by unfortunate circumstances when Angie needs unwavering support. They develop a lifelong friendship thereafter. Through this friendship they realize that they deserve love and take a chance for that happy ending love story.

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Shea Gilkerson

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book gutted me in the first several chapters! It was so heartbreaking that I wondered if I could power through the rest with the emotions that were running through me. I am SO GLAD I stuck with it, it was absolutely worth every emotion. You will be cheering for the 2 main characters for different reasons, and cheering them on as they grow.

Tommy had love, and he had dreams of being a rock star. When he wasn’t sure he could handle both, he dumped Angie right before his band hit the big time. While Angie was devastated and left behind, Tommy was living his dreams. Then, they both had big life events. When Angie had been left behind, she moved on and found love and marriage. Tragically, her love was stolen from her and she was left to raise her child alone.

Tommy was living his best life and ended up in a shotgun wedding scenario. While Angie had found love and contentment, Tommy was roped into a loveless marriage with a miserable woman who ended up leaving Tommy and their son alone. Tommy returned to Braebeach after the band was broken up, and the story really settles in from there. It is definitely a slow burn to reach a happy ending, but worth it.

While there is lots of drama and stress in this book, there is so much growth, chemistry, yearning and fantastic characters to love. I’m really excited to see where the next book takes us.

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Kayla Nemire

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Every once in a while you need a good palette cleanser when you’re reading… Something that has an interesting plot, paces and flows well, has characters who are mature and in touch with how they feel, and you know is going to have you smiling on the last page instead of sobbing. Love and Fate has all of that and so much more. I loved the amount of growth I saw in Tommy and just how much Angie healed over the course of the book because of the amount of support she truly has from her friends and chosen family. Loriana Cappello does a fantastic job of depicting ‘right person wrong time’ and what can happen when the wrong time becomes the right time. I would absolutely read more from this author.

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Deborah Joseph

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Love and Fate is the second book in the Braebeach Rockstar series and can be read as a stand-alone.

So… I am not sure how to feel about this book. While it was a good read it does large time jumps within the story. What I mean by that is this story follows the life of Angie and Tommy through 11 years, skipping many in between. While I don’t mind time jumps the amount the author did kind of irks me. I think because of that I couldn’t get fully into this book. However, I enjoyed the parts when it stopped time-jumping and easily got swept up in cheering for Angie and Tommy’s romance.

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello

Love and Fate is the second book in the A Braebeach Rockstar Romance and is a Contemporary Romance that once I started reading I had a hard time putting it down until I finished. This a second chance romance that took me on quite the emotional rollercoaster ride. The characters are relatable, developed and make the story come to life. Can these two finally get the Happy ending they both deserve? I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I’m looking forward to reading more from this Author.

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Strings Attached: A Braebeach Rock Romance by Loriana Cappello – Review by BRANDI ANDERSON

Strings AttachedStrings Attached by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This storyline is incredibly heartwarming! Calla and Ash offer a love story that feels genuinely one-of-a-kind. Readers are swept up in a wave of emotions throughout their journey, with its highs and lows. As I read, I couldn’t help but imagine how perfectly this story would translate to film. The narrative flows beautifully, enhanced by the alternating perspectives of the characters. I also appreciated the authentic portrayal of their relationship, particularly the challenges they face due to past trauma and the complexities of long distance. The fact that they were childhood friends who reconnected as adults adds an extra layer of charm. Overall, this book is captivating, pulling you in and making you genuinely feel for Calla and Ash.

Reviewed by: @andersonmom7520

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Shannen Kern

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was very excited to see this author had published another book in the Braebeach Rockstar Romance series, so I immediately picked this up and dove right in. This is a compelling exploration of second chances, heartache, and the complexities of love. We get to follow Tommy, a former rock star who returns to his hometown, and Angie, the woman he once let slip away. What results is a heartfelt journey of redemption and rekindled romance.

This story expertly balances the emotional turmoil of both characters. The chemistry between them is palpable, making their slow-burn romance all the more rewarding. The author deftly builds tension and depth, allowing readers to witness the growth of both characters as they navigate their intertwined lives. While this can be read as a standalone, it will certainly whet your appetite for more from this series. The mature content is handled thoughtfully, adding depth to the relationship without overshadowing the emotional core of the story. If you’re a fan of slow-burn romances, this book is a must-read for you!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Strings Attached: A Braebeach Rock Romance by Loriana Cappello – Review by Shannen Kern

Strings AttachedStrings Attached by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a new-to-me author, but something about the synopsis pulled me in. As soon as I began reading, I felt transported back to school with kid crushes. The author beautifully crafts a tale of second chances, simmering tension, and the struggle between love and ambition. The narrative explores the complexities of young love, balancing the heat of rekindled romance with the stark realities of pursuing dreams. Call and Ash are both relatable and well-developed characters that are wrestling with their aspirations. I was immediately invested in both of their journeys!

The chemistry between Ash and Calla is palpable, brought to life through vivid descriptions and poignant moments that tugged at my heartstring. The mature, steamy themes woven throughout added depth, and I really appreciated that the author doesn’t rely on the spice to carry the plot. The marvelous backdrop of small-town life colliding with the allure of rock-and-roll adds an exciting layer to the narrative.

Overall, this is an absolutely captivating read for fans of contemporary romance, delivering a blend of passion, nostalgia, and the bittersweet nature of choices. Whether you’re drawn in by the promise of a steamy romance or the thrill of chasing drills, this book resonates on multiple levels. I am eager to see what this author has in store for us next!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Strings Attached (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Trista Baldwin

Strings AttachedStrings Attached by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

As always, Loriana Cappello does it again, “Strings Attached” is emotional and heartfelt. The characters are well developed and relatable, making it seem like you are right there in the moment. Music and love makes for a great cozy read.

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Brittany Angel

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Second chance romance? Yes. The years that have passed since Angie and Tommy went separate ways have led to a lot of heartache and growth. This one starts off with a punch to the gut and a ton of heartbreak. But it leads to something fated.

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Strings Attached: A Braebeach Rock Romance by Loriana Cappello – Review by Brittany Angel

Strings AttachedStrings Attached by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Strings Attached was a sweet smallish town romance with old friends. The characters were all interesting to get to know, along with some surprises along the way. If you like a happily ever after endings, this will be for you.

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Kelli Harper

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story of Angie and Tommy will piss you off, make you cry, make you laugh, and make your heart flutter with happiness and love.
There is so much depth in this book that I couldn’t put it down. You will be on a roller coaster of emotions through out the entire story. I read this from cover to cover in one sitting. This is the 2nd book in the series but it can be read as a stand-alone.

I really hope there is another one. (And I am going to go back and read the first)

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Shelly Kittell

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was so well done. Trauma right off the start with drama put in later. Tommy and Angie have to deal with some very realistic problems coming at them from all corners. The story just pulls you in right from the beginning and you won’t want to put it down. Beautifully written characters that feel like they are your friends. They are so easy to relate to. The story has a wonderful flow even with all the drama in it. This has been a beautiful series so far. I hope to read more from this author.

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Strings Attached (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Shelly Kittell

Strings AttachedStrings Attached by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really loved this second-chance romance. What a beautiful love story. It has a little of everything in it. A bit of worry, romance and, yet, they were somehow able to get through it. I found the writing to be very engaging. You felt like you were right there. You were part of the gang. The characters are easy to relate to. There is so much chemistry between those two. It’s a wonderful read.

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Brandy Rymer

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Love and Fate is an amazing second chance at romance between a rockstar and the girl he loved but pushed away due to his insecurities. This romance has everything you could ever want in a story, from an exciting rock band with cool members to love and loss and, of course, regrets for decisions made throughout life. I love that there are so many great lessons to be learned from the characters in this story, and they most definitely do, some good and some bad outcomes but in the end, love will always win out. You get to experience what life is like for parents in the music industry and how there must be a deep-seated trust between both parties in a relationship to make things work and be faithful. There are some deeply sad parts in this story, but those must happen so that the characters may experience the life lessons that come with these rough patches in life. This book was well-written and kept my interest the entire time I was reading it. I am so excited to find the first book and see what I missed out on by starting on book 2 of this series. Happy book hunting my friends! Give this book a read, you won’t regret it, it’s an amazing example of fate winning out in the end.
@Brandy Rymer
10/2024

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Strings Attached: A Braebeach Rock Romance by Loriana Cappello – Review by Michelle Troyer

Strings AttachedStrings Attached by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a love story of Ash and Calla. They were given a second chance. The book was the first of a captivating series. It can also be read as a standalone. Couldn’t put it down. Highly recommend reading it!

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Michelle Troyer

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A second chance love story between Tommy and Angie. Emotional and good. Another captivating book. Second book in the series, but can be read as a standalone. Highly recommend reading it!

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Alicia Furlan

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Tommy and Angie’s story starts the same summer as Calla and Ash’s. However, theirs is a rollercoaster of emotion and life events. Through devastation and hard life choices can they find their way to each other?

This book is an emotional rollercoaster from start to finish. The author has effortlessly and effectively wrote the turmoil that the characters had to go through before they were in a place to love and be with each other. I enjoyed that journey.

Reviewed by @aliciaknoke

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Strings Attached: A Braebeach Rock Romance by Loriana Cappello – Review by Alicia Furlan

Strings Attached (Braebeach Rockstar #1)Strings Attached by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Calla comes home for summer break from university. She runs into Ash and they are both reminded of their crushes from years ago. Ash’s band is on the cusp of making it big and he needs to start making some hard decisions. Calla and Ash start spending more time together. Will their young love be able to handle all the obstacles thrown their way?

I enjoyed this first visit to Braebeach. Calla and Ash’s story is a sweet tumble into love when neither of them were looking for it. As always there’s outside influences and turmoil throughout the book. Overall the book flowed well. Both the main characters and side characters are well written. Can’t wait to read more from this author.

Reviewed by @aliciaknoke

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Tausha Treadway

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello. This is the 2nd book in the Braebeach Rockstar series and I highly recommend reading the 1st book before this one. In the 1st book Angie is left by Tommy when he hits the big time with his band and event tells her not to make him feel guilty. What a jerk and in this book is set 5 years later and Angie is married and has moved on. Tommy is also a single dad going thru a very messy divorce and the band is not in a good place. When they meet up again the old feelings come back and Tommy doesn’t plan on letting Angie go again. Angie is pregnant with her husband but he is not good to her at all and when she finally gets the courage up to leave the one person there for her is Tommy. Will she give him the second chance he so desperately wants? This is a slow burn, second chance romance and it will hit all your emotions! Tommy’s ex is a horrible person and I wished bad things on her several times. Be sure and read the 1st book before this one to get the best experience with this book! Can’t wait for the next!

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Kerry Baker

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I will admit, I picked this book up not knowing a huge amount about it, going only off the book cover and description. I fully expected to get your typical rockstar romance so was completely floored by the first part of this book. The events, and the emotions surrounding them, were so well portrayed. You couldn’t help but be drawn in by the characters and everything they were experiencing.
I thought the story was really well written. The impact the opening the opening of the book had really stays with you and dictates how the rest of the story unfolds. I knew I was going to like this book, I just didn’t expect to like it as much as I did. This is a brilliant story that I would highly recommend.

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Love and Fate (A Braebeach Rockstar Romance) by Loriana Cappello – Review by Heidi Sturgess

Love and Fate (Braebeach Rockstar #2)Love and Fate by Loriana Cappello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I missed the first book so I started this then stopped and read the first book and then re started this and man what a treat that was !

The first bit of the book was tough and I very nearly put it down but I’ve got a serious case of FOMO so I pushed through ( the life of a bookworm 🤷‍♀️🙈🥰📚)

Tommy and Angie were an item before he and his band hit the big time and I felt quite bad for her and then he still asks her not to weigh him down with guilt ?! What a chop !

Chapter 1 picks up 5 years later ….Angie is now married and Tommy has to reign in his thoughts at Calla and Ash’s wedding …..he let her get away …

Time and life moves on and Tommy is now a single dad to a real cutie named Ozzie but with a messy divorce looming over him and the band in a mess life isn’t fun at the moment .

Angie isn’t having it easy either and Tommy is a friend when she needs it most , I really kept my fingers crossed that they’d find their way to each other 🥰

All I can say is be prepared to time hop , keep your Kleenex on hand and make sure you have an ample supply of comfort food and drinks 🫣😉

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